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UK Declines Nigeria’s Bid to Transfer Ex-Senator Jailed for Organ-Trafficking Offence
The British government has turned down a request from Nigeria to repatriate former Deputy Senate President Ike Ekweremadu, who is serving a lengthy prison term in the United Kingdom for organ trafficking.
Ekweremadu, 63, an influential politician and long-time … Continue Reading
Nigeria: Investigation into Alleged Coup Plot Deepens, Agency Boss Grilled Over Transfer to Sylva
Fresh details have emerged in the ongoing investigation into an alleged coup plot to overthrow President Bola Tinubu, with security operatives reportedly interrogating a managing director of a federal government agency in the South-South region.
According to findings by The … Continue Reading
World Bank urges Nigeria to turn reform gains into real relief for citizens
ABUJA, Oct. 8 — The World Bank has urged Nigeria to ensure that recent macroeconomic reforms deliver tangible improvements in people’s lives, as new estimates put the number of Nigerians living in poverty at about 139 million.
Speaking at the … Continue Reading
FG Warns Nigerians of Increasing Cyber-Slavery Cases
Federal Government Raises Alarm Over Rising Cyber-Slavery Threat in Nigeria
The Federal Government has issued a stern warning regarding the escalating issue of cyber-slavery, a troubling form of human trafficking that predominantly targets the nation’s youth. In a statement released … Continue Reading
US Embassy Sets New Visa Interview Standards for Nigerians
US Embassy in Nigeria Implements New Visa Interview Procedures Starting April 22
The United States (US) Embassy has announced significant changes to the visa interview process for Nigerian applicants, effective April 22, 2025. This new requirement mandates that all individuals … Continue Reading
5 countries With Easy visa Requirements For Nigerians
Navigating Visa Challenges: Five Countries with Accessible Entry Requirements for Nigerians
The journey to obtaining a visa can often be a daunting and intricate process for many Nigerians. The time-consuming nature of these applications is compounded by strict restrictions, particularly … Continue Reading
Trump Imposes 14% Tariff on Nigerian Exports to America
Trump Administration Imposes 14% Tariff on Nigerian Exports in Major Trade Policy Shift
In a significant move to reshape international trade relations, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday during a “Make America Wealthy Again” event held in the Rose … Continue Reading
I would have Done better than Tinubu in 2 years – Peter Obi
Peter Obi Critiques Tinubu Administration’s Economic Policies Amid Election Alliance Discussions
In a recent interview on Arise News Prime Time, Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s candidate for the 2023 presidential election and former governor of Anambra State, expressed strong … Continue Reading
FG Launches N300 Billion Bond Re-issue for March 2025 Auction
Nigeria’s Debt Management Office to Offer N300 Billion in Re-Opened Federal Government Bonds
The Debt Management Office (DMO) of Nigeria has announced an upcoming auction for two re-opened Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) bonds, totaling N300 billion. This initiative is … Continue Reading
BOI Supports 921 Women Entrepreneurs With N108 Billion In Business Loans
Bank of Industry Disburses N108 Billion to Support Women Entrepreneurs in Nigeria
In a move aimed at narrowing the gender gap and boosting economic prospects for women entrepreneurs in Nigeria, the Bank of Industry (BOI) has announced the disbursement of … Continue Reading